Descendants of the dragon

dragon The formation of a record of the development of ancient ancestors, playing a maintaining and centripetal role. And firmly engraved in the minds of the Chinese people, we often take pride in the descendants of the dragon. There was no dragon in the world, so why was the ancient totem a dragon? There are many theories about the origin of the image of the dragon crocodile It is said that it comes from snakes, and some people think that it comes from pigs, and there is even a saying that the earliest dragon is the lightning in the sky when it rains. Most experts now believe that dragons are totemic complexes with snakes as the main body. It had the body of a snake, the head of a pig, the antlers of a deer, the ears of an ox, the whiskers of a sheep, the claws of an eagle, and the scales of a fish. This view presents a picture of life in ancient societies: in ancient times Clan society When the snake as a totem Yellow River basin the The Huaxia nationality Vanquish other clans while absorbing totems from other clans to combine Dragon totems. ^[1]

The spirit of the dragon is the symbol of the spirit of the Chinese nation. It stands for bravery, wisdom, unity and enterprise, qualities that are well represented in the legend of the dragon. Whether it is Fuxi's finishing touch or the dragon King's mercy, they all show the lofty spirit and great quality of the dragon. These spiritual qualities also inspire the sons and daughters of the Chinese people to keep moving forward and strive for national rejuvenation.

For thousands of years, people have not only regarded the dragon as the embodiment of luck, but also as a symbol of success and glory, and it contains the spiritual core of countercurrent progress, effort and perseverance. In the long history, the Chinese civilization has gone through thousands of years of continuous generations, which is due to the persistence and inheritance of the spiritual core of the Chinese people. In the new era, the spirit of the dragon is also constantly showing a new interpretation, which is manifested in the national spirit of patriotic endeavor, peace and friendship, diligence and bravery, and unremitting self-improvement of the Chinese nation. Today's Chinese people continue the dragon spirit of thousands of years in every big and small dream, and are "descendants of the dragon". ^[4]

Chinese nation Have a strong Cohesive force And the fine tradition of unity. In the long river of history, there are many in the world National extinction Many of them have made outstanding contributions to mankind. For thousands of years, although the Chinese nation has experienced the harsh struggle with nature and the enemy, it has not disintegrated, and increasingly prosperous, because she has a glorious overall image, there is a spiritual bond of unity and endeavour, and the dragon plays a maintaining and centering role. Dragon culture Have become Oriental culture An important component for Human civilization Made a great contribution.

Hope each of us Chinese become a China dragon "The dragon is powerful and small, capable of ascending and concealing; The big is Xing Yun spit fog, the small is hidden hidden form, the rising is flying between the universe, hidden is lurking in the waves. The dragon changes with time, and the people gain ambition and cross the seas. The dragon is a thing, comparable to the hero of the world. The hero of the husband has great aspirations, good plans in the belly, the opportunity to conceal the universe, and the will to swallow heaven and earth."

On the land of China, "dragon" can be seen everywhere, from dragon boat rowing, dragon lantern dance, to dragon painting, dragon carving, dragon flag and so on. The dragon, deeply rooted in the hearts of the Chinese people, has become a symbol of the Chinese nation. Legend of the Dragon With a long history, Armour bones of the Shang Dynasty In the text Existing structure Complete with the word "dragon", dragon patterns and legends can be traced back to far away Prehistoric culture . It is generally believed that the various dragons in the legend are actually Ancient times Huaxia Totem of the first men. With horns like a deer, head like a cow, mouth like a donkey, eyes like shrimp, ears like elephants, scales like fish, whiskers like a human, belly like a snake, feet like a phoenix, and finally a dragon.

Five thousand years ago, the three major Chinese nation The first ancestor of humanity, the Yellow Emperor Yan Di and Chiyou-warrior in Zhuolu County This ancient and civilized land lived, fought, built its capital and established its business after passing through" Battle of Banquan "," Battle of Zhuolu "After that, Yellow Emperor " Fit for Busan "And" the city of Zhuolu ", established the first capital city in the history of the Chinese nation Yellow Emperor City It created the totem of "dragon" recognized by the Chinese nation and created the civilization history of China for five thousand years. The ruins left behind have been eroded by wind and rain for five thousand years, and are dense in 20 Square kilometer Within, and well preserved, its original degree, history Cultural environment The integrity of the style is rare in the world. These relics and sites are primitive and magnificent. They are the testimony of our Chinese nation's long history and splendid culture. They are a precious heritage that the whole nation regards as good. Zhuolu is an important origin of the Chinese nation and is one of the three major cities in China Patriarch of humanity The only holy place in a comprehensive collection, Cultural resources Be unique and monopoly .

The "Jiulong Takeoff" sculpture is the embodiment of the spirit of Zhuolu Hefu and Chinese "Hehe". The sculpture is located in the "Zhuolu Hehe" Chinese altar of harmony The center, consisting of nine dragons and a giant dragon ball, each of the dragons' Design height It is 45 meters, which corresponds to the Chinese nation Traditional culture The concept of "the Ninth Five-Year Plan" and "ninety-nine to one". The Kowloon pillar of "Kowloon Take-off" rises to the sky, and the Kowloon dragon heads are supported together A pearl It symbolizes the harmonious coexistence of the sons and daughters of China and their unity. Together hold up the sun of tomorrow To realize the great rejuvenation and magnificent take-off of the Chinese nation, and also symbolize the inheritance of the sons and daughters of China. Endless life It is for promoting the Chinese harmony culture and revitalizing Chinese national spirit Rejuvenation of the great cause of China plays an important role.

Sanzu Tang There are two granite stone tablets on the front square, and on the east side of the Yongdao is the Hong Kong Soil Homecoming plaque, which was built in 1997 to commemorate Hong Kong's return to the motherland. On the west side of the corridor is the "Australian soil Guigen card", which was to commemorate the time Macau The first anniversary of the return to the motherland was held on September 23, 2000 Unveiling ceremony The brand name is made by Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region Written by Mr. Ho Hau Wah, the card was written by Mr. Ma Wanqi, Vice Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee. This activity is called "The roots of Macao - Mother and son", and under it, 1999 grams of Macao soil is buried, symbolizing Macao's return to the motherland in 1999. There is also a "mother and child card" inscribed by Cheng Siyuan, Vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, symbolizing the mother and child relationship between the motherland and Macao.

Zhuolu is the combination of the three ancestors of China Meetings or alliances held in ancient China Place.

China Hefu Altar scenic spot covers an area of about 500 mu, in April 2006 started construction, is now built with dragon and phoenix Imperial watch , Three Zu Bridge, Chinese Unity Square, Chinese Temple of Harmony, National Grand View Garden, Nine Dragon Tengfei Sculpture and other scenic spots.

^[3] On August 9, 2011, the fourth Cross-Strait compatriots jointly worshipped the Three Ancestors of China on the 9th Hebei (Province) province Zhuolu county Hold. Both coasts Industrial and commercial circles , Tourism circle , "Three ancestors" cultural academia, creative industry and Taiwan compatriots Relatives of Taiwan nationality Nearly 10,000 people will gather here to worship the three "cultural ancestors" of the Chinese nation Huangdi, Yan Di and Chi You.